Australian Signals Directorate stories - Page 2
Post-Quantum Cryptography set to revolutionise digital security
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
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thales
Post-Quantum Cryptography is redefining digital security, with new NIST standards challenging organisations to adopt quantum-resistant solutions.
Exclusive: Why creating phishing-resistant users is key to cybersecurity
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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edutech
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mfa
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phishing
Yubico's Jeff Schomburgk has discussed the critical rise of phishing-resistant authentication and its pivotal role in shaping the future of cybersecurity.
Report reveals reliance on memory-unsafe languages in OSS projects
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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software development
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fbi
A new cybersecurity report reveals that 52% of critical open-source projects rely on memory-unsafe programming languages, posing significant security risks.
Rethinking physical security creates new partner opportunities
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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saas
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storage
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firewalls
Organisations shifting to hybrid-cloud models for physical security are unveiling lucrative opportunities for channel partners to aid in their transition and innovation.
Cequence & Singularity Tech forge API security partnership
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Cequence partners with Singularity Tech to enhance API security in Australia and New Zealand, tackling API sprawl and compliance challenges in regulated sectors.
Okta welcomes Essential 8 push for phishing resistant authentication
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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passwordless
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cybersecurity
Okta commends Australia's Essential 8 cybersecurity framework for its push for phishing-resistant Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), aiming to bolster defence against cyber threats.
Exposure management: a strategic ally in essential eight cybersecurity resilience
Mon, 5th Feb 2024
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ransomware
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
In response to the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, the Australian Signals Directorate has revised its Essential Eight Maturity Model (E8MM), incorporating exposure management to proactively identify and prioritise risks, aiding businesses in effectively defending against cyber attacks.
ASD updates Essential Eight, strengthens phishing-resistant MFA requirements
Thu, 1st Feb 2024
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devops
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martech
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commerce systems
The Australian Signals Directorate has revised the Essential Eight Maturity Model, lowering the bar for organisations and amplifying phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication requirements to fortify cyber breach prevention.
Rising cybersecurity threats prompt shift from traditional password methods
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Rising cybersecurity threats prompt a shift from traditional, vulnerable password methods to phishing-resistant authentication solutions.
Building on the 'Essential Eight' with a people-centric approach to cybersecurity
Wed, 16th Nov 2022
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iot
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
Organisations often combat threats by placing too much emphasis on technology alone and too little emphasis on people and their behaviour.
Breaking down the ASD's “top four” strategies to mitigate cybersecurity incidents
Mon, 18th Jun 2018
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pam
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
We take a deep dive into the absolute essential aspects of a robust security strategy, as outlined by the Australian government.
Exclusive interview: emt Distribution tells where to find the gold in security
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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ransomware
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resellers
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emt distribution
Some security technologies are providing 'enormous' opportunities for resellers across Australia and New Zealand. emt tells where to find the gold.
Additional Microsoft services certified to handle 'sensitive' data
Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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uc
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digital transformation
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public cloud
The ASD has formally certified 40 Microsoft Azure and Office 365 services for inclusion on its Certified Cloud Services List.